In 2016, IGCS expanded its awards program to recognize the importance of the good work its members are doing to advance the field of gynecologic oncology worldwide. Award recipients are recognized at the IGCS Global Meeting.
Lifetime Achievement Award
Formerly referred to as the Award for Excellence in Gynecologic Oncology, this award recognizes individual(s) who have performed an outstanding service and accomplishment spanning their career in gynecologic oncology. The goal is to recognize a life of excellence and service to gynecologic oncology.
2018 Recipient: Henry Kitchener, MD | UK
2016 Recipient: Ali Ayhan, MD | Turkey
Excellence in Teaching Award
Recognizes individuals deeply committed and dedicated to the profession who exemplifies the core components of teaching and education.
2018 Recipient: Peter Heintz, MD, PhD | The Netherlands
2016 Recipient: Michael Bookman, MD | USA
Global Humanitarian Award
Recognizes outstanding individuals, organizations or programs who work to improve access to quality gynecologic oncology services in low to middle income countries.
2018 Recipient: Edward Trimble, MD, MPH and the NCI Center for Global Health | USA
2016 Recipient: Lynette Denny, MD, PhD | South Africa
Award for Community Advancement in Resource-Limited Settings
Acknowledges those improving their own communities with dedication to providing or facilitating advanced medical education and training in resource-limited settings to improve screening, prevention, and treatment of women affected by gynecologic cancer.
2018 Recipient: Agnes Binagwaho, MD, PhD | Rwanda
2016 Recipient: Kathleen Schmeler, MD | USA